Creative Boom

APRIL 23, 2023

We explain how they're made, what's special about them, and why you should check them out. Each title is small and beautifully formed, with the same design philosophy running through the entire range. That's thanks, in part, to cover designer James Victore and book designer Wilf Whitty , who've worked with the publisher from the start.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 19, 2024

This unofficial holiday is celebrated on 19 March every year, and it's a day for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and businesses to show appreciation to their clients. International Client Day was started in 2010 by Russian and Lithuanian businesspeople and has since spread around the world. Happy International Client Day! You're not alone.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

As someone once said to me, 'How many recessions have you been through now, Mike?'" But how do you keep going when everything seems so dire? You need to accept this is how things are, however much you'd like them to be different. The Creative Boom community share their top tips. You're by no means alone. It's not you!"

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Creative Boom

APRIL 7, 2024

We gathered advice from the creative community on how to do this. To move beyond exchanging business cards and making shallow connections, instead focus on building meaningful relationships that fuel personal growth and career advancement. So, how do you actually go about this in practice?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 22, 2024

Start an art journal to unleash your creativity and reflect on your journey. Whether you're a seasoned artist or someone just dabbling in creativity, starting an art journal can be a fulfilling and therapeutic experience. In this article, we'll share pro tips on how to do so. Before we get into that, though. Why journal?

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Creative Boom

MARCH 31, 2024

Indeed, as designer Laurie Rosenwald points out in her article Why and how to make mistakes on purpose , they're basically key to developing your creativity and growing your practice. I freaked out, pulled off my T-shirt, and started mopping, making it far worse. The lesson: small jobs matter." But suddenly, disaster struck. "I

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

It's one of the most maddening things about freelancing: how do you set your rates? But at least it will help give you a baseline to think about your freelance rates and how you can get there over time. Ultimately, it's about market value: how much people need your services (demand) and how many others offer the same services (supply).

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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock It's all very well offering advice in theory, but how do freelancers and studios actually find their dream clients in practice? They may be a small mom-and-pop shop that you personally click with and get a deep sense of fulfilment from helping. In which case, we'll start by saying: it gets better.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We examine why creatives are leaving social media, why it's increasingly useless for self-promotion, and some IRL alternatives to get your business up and running again. If so, that's probably partly the fault of the algorithms, which seem to continually push towards more and more irrelevant content.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Photography by James Rees Rosie Greener of Good Daze discusses how she worked with popular artist Hattie Stewart to make some of the coolest jewellery designs we've seen in a while. We loved these fun pieces so much that we wanted to sit down with Rosie and discover how they came about. Where to start?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

It doesn't matter how talented you are in your chosen creative discipline; that's only half of the work of being a successful freelancer. Ask yourself: how many hours a week could you save if you started using better tools? And then think about how much extra money you could make. It's probably a lot.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 2, 2024

All this demands a high level of self-discipline and business acumen. All this demands a high level of self-discipline and business acumen. Take the leap We'll start at the beginning. You could always start with a side hustle while maintaining a steady job. On the one hand, the freedom it brings is truly exhilarating.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 27, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock If your creative work is causing you to feel down, do something about it. We share advice from the Creative Boom community to help you feel more optimistic. Finding happiness in the ever-demanding world of the creative industries can often feel like it's just out of reach. But do we love our lives ? Are we truly happy?

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

In our exclusive interview, he shares his views on the positive influence of social media, how the pandemic broke down barriers, and the need to design sustainably. Designer Ferran Feixas has worked with some of the industry's most iconic agencies, from Pentagram to Interbrand, Wolff Olins to Mother Design.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 28, 2024

Octopus Money is a one-to-one financial coaching service that aims to make its customers look up from the day-to-day expenses and start creating plans for the future. Octopus Money is a one-to-one financial coaching service that aims to make its customers look up from the day-to-day expenses and start creating plans for the future.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Jaume might be lighting up the world of illustration right now, but he originally started many years ago by making web pages for a living. This sometimes made it more difficult for me to start projects, and some styles cost me more time and effort." It's hard to miss the work of Jaume Osman.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

So how have things gone so far, what are their plans for the future, and how are they navigating this rapidly evolving technological world? Boundary-pushing work We start on a positive note. It's easy to forget how cool it is that we get to consistently dream up new worlds and then bring them to life. One part verbal.

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Creative Boom

MAY 27, 2024

DesignStudio integrated a personalised touch into Compound's identity to reflect how everyone's health and fitness journey is different through the form of an adaptable, hand-drawn wordmark. At its heart, Compound is a preventative healthcare and performance brand.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 13, 2023

Now known as Toward , founders Tom Lloyd and Mike Jordan explain how they approached the rebrand and why the new look echoes their proud Welsh roots. Every conversation started with us looking back at our origins. Now we can start them by looking forward to the future." We thought a lot about what we do and why," they reveal.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Laura has over ten years of experience in the creative and marketing realm, working with small businesses, designers and freelancers to boost brand awareness and performance. Start simple There's so much to consider when it comes to marketing you often won't know where to begin. Start simple. We've all been there.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

How to Start a Small Business and Make Money. Starting a small business can be challenging, but it can also be lucrative. You'll need to determine which field you wish to get into, find a reliable accountant and legal advisor, start your business and make sure that it succeeds.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 2, 2024

Creating Business Card Designs: A Comprehensive Guide Did you ever recognise how a plain sheet of card stock could have such an impact? I’m talking about business cards – those small, humble rectangles. Don’t be misled by their small size; these little ambassadors are influential in networking and building your brand.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 22, 2024

How to Start a Website: 10-Step Guide for Non-Techies So, you want to create a website? But where do you even start? Let me guide you through the step-by-step process of how to start a website, even if you are as knowledgeable in tech stuff as I am in quantum physics. Start a saucy blog ? Don’t worry.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 8, 2024

15 Part-Time Business Ideas Worth Pursuing A rise in salary is desired when people experience an increase in the cost of living, stagnant wages or an attempt to achieve work-life balance. Here are 15 part-time business ideas that can be started with little cash and worked on during spare hours.

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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 15, 2023

20 Online Business Ideas You Can Start Today The Internet has opened many possibilities for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners. With low startup costs and huge earning potential, launching an online business is an appealing prospect for many. How much time can I devote to running a business?

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Inkbot Design

MAY 6, 2024

There are plenty of ways for even cash-strapped businesses to create a fantastic brand identity connecting with their audience; all it takes is imagination and know-how. So fasten your seatbelts and prepare yourselves – because we’ll teach you how to become a boss at branding on a budget! Think again.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The professional brochure design templates have revolutionized the way businesses approach design and marketing. In the busy world of marketing and business communication, a good brochure can make a big difference. Landscape Business Brochure Template 2. Business Annual Report Brochure Design Template 11.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 20, 2024

And why should one focus on creating a powerful brand for their business, product or personal venture? To put it simply, your brand is how others see you. To put it simply, your brand is how others see you. Below are some reasons why a consistent and compelling brand is essential for your business, big or small.

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We And The Color

OCTOBER 21, 2022

As a small business owner, you know that having a logo is essential for marketing your company. In this post, we’ll discuss the basics of logo design and provide 10 tips for creating an effective logo for your business. What is logo design and why do you need one for your business.

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Graphic Design Junction

MAY 26, 2024

In the competitive world of business, a brand logo designs on other words “visual identity” can significantly influence its success. As new businesses emerge, the importance of a well-designed custom logos cannot be overstated. As new businesses emerge, the importance of a well-designed custom logos cannot be overstated.

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Inkbot Design

APRIL 21, 2022

Small Business Web Design – Essential Expert Advice. Many people will visit your site because they are looking for information about your business. Web design is one of the most critical aspects of running a small business. Understand Small Business Web Design Basics.

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Graphic Design Junction

MAY 4, 2024

Customization Options: How much control do you want over the website’s appearance? Customization Options: How much control do you want over the website’s appearance? Your website is your digital storefront, a platform to connect with your audience, and a critical tool for achieving your online goals.

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UX Collective

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Following the ‘correct’ process is not a symptom of a customer-centric business. Let’s start from the beginning, talking about the design process. Your business might have an assumption or a real issue connected to a product or a service. Building a customer-centric culture. In the photo, the Japanese practice of kintsugi.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 13, 2024

At its core, businesses strategically decide to redefine their brand identity and better connect with their target audience. There are numerous reasons why a company might decide it's time for a rebrand, including: Evolving with the times: Brand images can start to look and feel painfully outdated after years or decades. Why Rebrand?

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 13, 2022

That you can use for any of your creative projects or business. As you need and it takes a few seconds to check how the color looks on your design and then you are good to go with your design. Kittl – the Design Solution. Are you searching a design solution? Do you want to be an efficient designer?

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Noupe

APRIL 13, 2023

Picture this: you stumble upon a small business website and find yourself drawn in by a compelling story that resonates with you on a personal level. Why Storytelling is Essential for Small Businesses As a small business owner, you want to do everything you can to stand out from the crowd.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 10, 2024

Small Business Brand Strategy on a Budget Building an effective small business brand strategy is essential to stand out and connect with their target audience; with over 33 million small businesses in the United States alone, having a unique and memorable brand cuts through the noise to make customers choose you.

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